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Exim India web site
JULY 11, 2024
  • APSEZ gets Letter of Intent to develop, operate & maintain multipurpose clean cargo berth at Deendayal Port
  • India, Russia plan to raise bilateral trade to $100 bn by 2030
  • CONCOR Q1 volumes
  • Indian delegation raises key issues at IMO Council meet in London
  • Revision in fuel surcharge on pilotage at Hazira Port due to fuel price changes
  • X-Press Feeders commences Europe's first feeder network powered by green methanol
  • Coal imports up 5.3 pc in April-May
  • PSA Singapore taking steps to mitigate impact of global supply chain disruptions
  • Increase in free storage time for empty export containers at King Abdul Aziz Port in Dammam
  • You Ask We Answer

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The Loadstar web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • Union calls more 'warning strikes' at German ports as talks restart
  • Whopping $50bn FedEx Freight? Or?
  • A rush to get cargo on a slow boat from China in time for Christmas shopping
  • Relaunch of MSC's Mustang service delayed by congestion at Singapore
  • ACP to start work on new reservoir, as more rain eases Panama Canal draught
  • Hapag-Lloyd eyes bigger profits as freight rates continue to rise
  • Shippers must do more to stop sanctions against Russia being broken, call
  • Royal Mail cut in domestic air freight services a blow to contract freighter operator

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Marine Log web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • MARAD awards $8.75 million in Small Shipyard Grants
    Last year, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced $20.8 million in grant awards to 27 small shipyards in 20 states through the Small Shipyard Grant program. This year, though,
  • Berge Bulk puts Anemoi rotor sails on a Valemax
    Singapore-headquartered Berge Bulk reports that its 388,000 dwt Valemax ore carrier Berge Neblina is now en route to Brazil fitted with four Anemoi rotor sails. Each is 35 meters tall and has

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Container News web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • Iraq launches maritime single window for major ports
    Iraq is accelerating its digitalization efforts with plans to implement a maritime single window at the major ports of Um Qasr (North and South). From 30 June to 4 July, a team of experts from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) conducted a mission in Basra to assess the support needed for Iraq to achieve its goals. As of 1 January 2024, all IMO Member States must use a one-stop digital
  • Record-breaking demand for ocean container shipping adds to perfect storm in market
    Global demand for ocean freight container shipping hit an all-time record in May amid soaring spot rates and severe port congestion. The 15.94 million TEUs transported by ocean in May beats the previous record of 15.72 million TEUs set in May 2021, according to data released by Xeneta and Container Trades Statistics. The record levels of demand in May brings year-to-date volumes to just under 74
  • Hapag-Lloyd raises full-year earnings outlook after H1 results
    German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd raises its earnings outlook for the current financial year after the announcement of its half year figures. Based on preliminary and unaudited results, Hapag-Lloyd achieved a Group EBITDA of approximately US$2 billion and Group EBIT of approximately US$900 million, decreased from US$3.8 billion and US$2.8 billion, respectively, in 2023 H1. "Because recent strong d
  • PSA's initiatives to mitigate global supply chain disruptions
    Since early 2024, PSA Singapore (PSA) has substantially bolstered its operational capacities to accommodate heightened activity and mitigate the impacts of global supply chain disruptions. Initiatives undertaken include reinforcing frontline capabilities, launching new berths at Singapore's Tuas Port, and reactivating berths and yard space at Keppel Terminal. Consequently, the average port wait t
  • cargo-partner expands intermodal transport network across Europe and Türkiye
    Besides offering rail transport solutions between Asia and Europe, the international transport and logistics provider cargo-partner now extends intermodal services to and from various European countries, including Türkiye, the United Kingdom and Ireland. Responding to the persistent truck driver shortage and frequent road congestion at European borders, cargo-partner has introduced a comprehensiv
  • Maersk ship unscathed after Houthi attack
    Maersk Line has confirmed that Houthi rebels have attacked another of its US-flagged ships. The 2007-built 6,648 TEU Maersk Sentosa was hit by missiles while underway in the Arabian Sea. A Maersk spokesperson told Container News , "We can confirm that vessel Maersk Sentosa (operated by Maersk Line, Limited, a subsidiary of Maersk and operating US-flagged vessels) reported being targeted by a flyi
  • MPA and NYK partner for maritime sustainability and digitalization
    Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen their partnership and advance maritime decarbonization, digitalization, and manpower development. The MoU was signed by Teo Eng Dih, chief executive of MPA and Takaya Soga, president and group chief executive of NYK, on 2 July 2024. Aligned with the
  • IRCLASS Academy delivers first Port Facility Security Internal Auditor Training Program
    IRCLASS Academy, the training division of the Indian Register of Shipping, successfully concluded the inaugural Port Facility Security Internal Auditor Training Program at Rashtriya Raksha University's School of Integrated Coastal and Maritime Security Studies in Ahmedabad. This programme also included extensive training for Port Facility Security Officers. The opening ceremony was honoured by Dr
  • Freightos Weekly Update: Rates keep climbing on early month increases
    Ocean rates out of Asia climbed significantly last week, with the latest daily prices already at US$8,200/FEU to North America West Coast, US$9,300/FEU to the East Coast, US$8,600/FEU to North Europe and US$7,900/FEU to the Mediterranean. Peak season demand coinciding with Red Sea-driven capacity constraints and congestion has now pushed Asia - North America West Coast spot rates 60% higher than
  • WinGD completes type approval for new compact engine
    Swiss marine power company WinGD has completed type approval and factory acceptance testing for its X52-S2.0 engine, providing ship owners with a new option in compact, medium-bore two-stroke engines. Testing at Yuchai Marine Power Co (YCMP) confirmed the engine's performance and compliance, while the prototype project demonstrated ease of assembly and maintenance. The X-S series, which follows t
  • German port workers strike ahead of next round of negotiations
    The collective agreement negotiations between terminals and unions in Germany have been ongoing for several weeks, resulting in strike action from union members at the ports of Bremerhaven and Hamburg. Before the next round of negotiations get under way on 11 and 12 July, Berlin-based trade union Ver.di has called for warning strikes across terminals. The Port of Hamburg (besides Frucht Terminal)
  • Port of Long Beach appoints new director of Project Controls
    On 1 July, the Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners approved the appointment of Ashley Morteboy as the head of the Project Controls Division at the Port of Long Beach, the second-busiest seaport in the United States. Morteboy's appointment will take effect on 29 July. As the director of Project Controls, Ashley Morteboy will be responsible for establishing and tracking schedules, budgets, and
  • X-Press Feeders launches Europe's first green methanol feeder network
    X-Press Feeders, the world's largest independent common carrier, has launched Europe's first scheduled feeder network powered by green methanol. This sustainable marine fuel can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 65%. "Today marks a significant milestone in sustainable shipping in Europe because companies here now have a regularly scheduled network that can ship goods in a way that has less
  • Port of New York and New Jersey nears 800,000 TEUs in May
    For the third consecutive month, the Port of New York and New Jersey has surpassed a total volume of 700,000 TEUs, marking a significant milestone. In May, the US port also achieved the number one position in the United States for total TEUs and total loaded TEUs. The total volume for May reached 790,758 TEUs (439,593 containers), reflecting a 16.9% increase from the 676,311 TEUs (376,449 contain
  • Port Houston resumes operations after Hurricane Beryl
    Port Houston in Texas has resumed operations on Wednesday, July 10, after being shut down since Monday because of Hurricane Beryl. Beryl was a Category 1 hurricane as it made landfall on the Texas Gulf Coast on Monday morning, July 8, but it became a tropical depression as it moved inland. As the storm barreled through, the region and the Houston area experienced sustained winds and heavy rain, a

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Splash web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • Saltchuk wraps up takeover of US tanker owner OSG
    Saltchuk Resources has completed its takeover of the Jones Act tankers and oil tug barges owner and operator, Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG). The privately owned Seattle-based company, which also controls TOTE and Foss, has acquired all shares not already owned for $8.50 per share in cash at an enterprise value of about $950m. Saltchuk first ...
  • Duisburg starts handling Ukrainian grain transshipments
    Due to Russian attacks on Odesa, which have happened many times until now, Ukraine started transshipping its corn through the German port of Duisburg. Even today, Odesa suffered another hit in the early hours of the day that resulted in the deaths of a truck driver and a port worker. Another port worker was injured. ...
  • Monjasa grows owned tanker fleet with double acquisition
    Danish bunker supplier and tanker owner Monjasa has purchased two secondhand tankers to bolster its operations in West Africa. The 2004-built 17,200 dwt Monjasa Rover, acquired as Fure Nord from Furetank, and the 2009-built 7,900 dwt Monjasa Hunter, picked up from Christiania Shipping as Annelise Theresa, have joined the fleet as the region sees increased ...
  • Western Bulk nets $4.5m from sale of modern ultramax
    Norwegian dry bulk operator Western Bulk Chartering has bagged around $4.5m in profits from the sale of a 2019-built ultramax. The Western Oslo has been offloaded to an undisclosed buyer after the Oslo-listed company exercised a purchase option at Nisshin Shipping. "It stands as a testament to our team's expertise and strategic approach, enabling us ...
  • Filipino crew rescued from listing vessel near Cape Town
    An 18-strong crew has been rescued after evacuating in a life raft from the general cargo vessel Ultra Galaxy, listing in the Atlantic Ocean near South Africa. According to the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), the rescue effort started very early on Monday after an emergency position indicating radio beacon alert from the vessel, ...
  • Asyad Shipping in for four VLCCs at Hanwha Ocean
    Oman's Asyad Shipping has been tipped to be the company booking four VLCC newbuilds at Hanwha Ocean. Multiple brokers have placed the Omani owner behind the recently divulged deal by the South Korean shipbuilder worth around $520m, with deliveries set for 2026 and the first quarter of 2027. Asyad boasts a fleet of more than ...
  • Houthi campaign returns in earnest
    The Houthi campaign against merchant shipping is back in earnest following a pause at the start of the month. Splash reported yesterday on an attack on the Maersk Sentosa in the Gulf of Aden, far away from the Yemeni coastline - the first confirmed attack in July. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said ...
  • CMA CGM invests in French quantum computing company
    CMA CGM has invested in Pasqal, a French quantum computing firm, with the aim of developing optimisation solutions for maritime and logistics. Details on the size of the investment have not been revealed. This strategic partnership will lead to the creation of a Quantum Center of Excellence at TANGRAM, CMA CGM's training centre in Marseille, ...
  • Clean energy sector to invest $65bn in US offshore wind by 2030
    The clean energy sector is projected to invest $65bn in US offshore wind projects by 2030, which will support 56,000 jobs, according to a new report by the American Clean Power Association (ACP). The ACP said in its 2024 Offshore Wind Market Report that there were currently 12GW of projects with active offtake agreements, including ...
  • New Times Shipbuilding presses ahead with new drydock construction
    New Times Shipbuilding, one of China's largest privately owned shipyards, has received local government approval to build another drydock, and has already sold a number of slots for the new facility. New Times has sealed a string of containership orders for the new 700 m long drydock in recent weeks for delivery in 2027 ...
  • TS Lines reenters transpacific trades
    Taiwan's TS Lines is reentering the transpacific trades for the third time, one of a raft of smaller carriers tempted by today's sky-high freight rate environment. Alphaliner is reporting the carrier will deploy a couple of extra loaders to the US west coast later this month before establishing a vessel-sharing agreement with Singapore's SeaLead Shipping ...

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The Journal of Commerce web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • Ro/ro market still sizzling despite added tonnage, tariff threats
    Automobile shipments, especially electric vehicles from China, are strong, while high container rates and capacity shortages are pushing breakbulk, project cargo and equipment shippers toward the ro/ro sector.
  • Changing booking environment for ocean freight key to DCSA's traction
    Electronic booking standards across ocean carriers would make it easier for shippers and forwarders to do business with a range of capacity providers, says the Digital Container Shipping Association.
  • Capacity overplay, dipping volumes put elevated China-India rates in reverse
    Forwarders cited two plausible factors for the price move - excess capacity pumped into the market and a moderation in cargo booking demand due to improved shipper inventory levels.
  • German container ports hit by two-day 'warning' strikes
    An ongoing wage dispute between the ver.di union and port employers is continuing to disrupt operations at some of the busiest container shipping hubs in North Europe.
  • Infrastructure, green energy projects to boost Houston breakbulk activity
    Spillover talk is surfacing, but a shift has yet to materialize at Port Houston while oil and gas-related steel demand is on the downswing as rig counts drop.
  • INTTRA platform market share loss suggests new landscape for ocean freight booking
    Shippers and forwarders now have a range of options to book with ocean carriers, who themselves have developed direct online portals to lure smaller ocean freight buyers.
  • US retailers upgrade import forecast for sixth straight month amid strong sales
    The revised forecast from the National Retail Federation comes as US consumer spending remains strong despite higher prices for merchandise and various supply chain challenges that have increased shipping costs.
  • Charleston clears vessel backlog, but expects some delays through November
    The port was able to clear all the recently anchored vessels, helped by a temporary reopening of all Wando Welch's berths last week amid a 10-day pause in project work.

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TradeWinds web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • ESG advocate BlackRock doubles stake in offshore vessel giant Tidewater to $600m
    World's largest asset manager has become largest holder in Texas-based OSV provider
  • Container sale and purchase transactions slowing after busy first half
    Alphaliner lists MSC as the largest buyer and Maersk among biggest sellers
  • Danaos Corp lifts latest neo-panamax newbuilding order tally
    Greek shipowner has added a seventh 8,258-teu vessel to its orderbook
  • DHT bags rare VLCC time charter
    VLCC period fixtures have been slow to come by in 2024
  • First-half capesize S&P deals hit record high powered by Chinese and Greek buyers
    Far Eastern players dominate acquisitions in what has been an unprecedented period for big bulkers
  • HD KSOE lands $250m VLGC order
    South Korean group reaches 122 ship orders for 2024
  • New digital scheme aims to attract more women and young people to seafaring careers
    Shipping bodies launch digitalisation campaign to aid seafarer retention and recruitment
  • Saltchuk seals $950m OSG takeover after two-thirds of investors tender shares
    Tanker owner to become seventh business unit in sprawling maritime conglomerate
  • Shipbuilding giant HD KSOE lands $250m order for VLGCs to continue hot streak
    HD Hyundai Heavy Industries arm reaches 122 ship orders for 2024
  • 'World's largest cement carrier' ordered by shipowner NovaAlgoma
    Joint-venture partners opt for methanol dual-fuel with newbuild order
  • Gianluigi Aponte circles as Kmarin eyes container ship exit at benchmark price
    South Korean owner said to be selling last two boxships to MSC
  • Why didn't Tony sell at the top? Ardmore Shipping heads first-half tanker shares rally
    This week's Streetwise takes a look at second-quarter share performance for shipping stocks
  • 'Sustainable shipping milestone': X-Press Feeders launches first bio-methanol boxship in Northern Europe
    Fleet of bio-methanol fuelled feeder vessels will operate out of Rotterdam
  • Tankers return to Texas terminal after storm Beryl swerves south
    Short-term disruption unwinding as rates remain stable
  • Evangelos Marinakis adds $1.25bn container ship order to huge newbuilding drive
    Deal marks the first time Capital Maritime has ordered boxships in China
  • Monjasa raids Christiania and Furetank for tankers as Red Sea chaos boosts demand
    Danish bunker group now has more owned ships than chartered vessels for the first time
  • Western Bulk banks big profit after flipping ultramax in deal with Japanese shipowner
    Operator said deal displays its 'commercial acumen'
  • John Fredriksen builds DOF Group stake to $141m ahead of Maersk Supply takeover
    Tycoon's investment in offshore vessel owner's private placement lifts him above Bank of New York Mellon
  • Reborn shipyard Hengli Heavy banks $1.3bn from parent to fuel expansion efforts
    Shipbuilding and steel processing capacity to be expanded after order streak
  • Attacks in vital shipping waterway slashed and raiders left empty-handed
    In the majority of incidents, crew were uninjured with perpetrators escaping empty-handed
  • New container shipping boom promises to push Hapag-Lloyd operating profit over €2bn
    World's fifth-largest liner carrier earns as much as $4.6bn on strong demand
  • TRF selldown extends with disposal of product tanker pair
    Reported sales brings deal total to 12 over last 10 months
  • Saverys family orders sixth hydrogen powered offshore wind vessel
    Deal completes series of newbuildings due from 2025
  • Braemar boss James Gundy sitting on £2.6m stake after share award
    CEO sells some vested stock to meet tax liabilities under bonus plan
  • Big deals and fierce competition: How Danske Bank is tackling shipping in a bull market
    Global head of shipping Einar Stavrum sees loan book as stable
  • Raft of tanker newbuildings flow to N2 Tankers pool enjoying 'really exciting' results
    Boutique aframax operator is also looking at growth through long-term charters and new shipowner partners
  • NYK strikes mega deal to buy 40-plus ship fleet from Eneos Ocean
    Eneos Ocean will retain a minority stake in new company set up to take over its VLGCs, bulkers and product tankers
  • NYK Line teams with MPA in sustainability and manpower initiative
    Duo hope tie up will accelerate collaboration on ammonia-fuelled vessels and other sustainability-linked skills
  • Salvors rush to save stricken Ultrabulk vessel off west coast of South Africa
    South African authorities say all 18 crew of Ultra Galaxy have been safely rescued
  • Eastern Pacific tanker heads to Senegal as crude exports ramp up
    Analysts tip production to hit 80,000 barrels per day next year for Africa's newest exporter

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American Shipper web site
JULY 10, 2024
  • Extreme weather blocks vessel traffic around South Africa
    Extremely rough seas have made it impossible for commercial shipping to operate around the lower end of South Africa, adding to supply chain disruptions.
  • German startup grabs pre-seed funding for container logistics platform
    Northbound looks to expand its product development after raising $1.4 million in funds.

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ESPO: The EU Parliament's Budget Committee's request for more funding for transport, energy and infrastructure is welcome
Brussels
The importance of financing TEN-T networks to enable their adaptation for both military and civilian dual-use purposes was highlighted
Solidarity contribution for the families of port workers who are victims of accidents at work
Rome
It was established by the National Bilateral Port Authority
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore Division Reports Record Quarterly Revenue
Neuilly-sur-Seine
New historical peak also for the classified fleet
PSA reportedly considering selling its 20% stake in Hutchison Ports
Singapore
This is according to "Reuters", which had already floated this hypothesis at the end of 2022
Federagenti, Italy must give a sharp acceleration to the projects of ZES, free zones and Special Logistics Zones
Rome
Pessina: There is no space for reflections prey to bureaucracy
In the first quarter of this year, freight traffic in the port of Rotterdam decreased by -5.8%.
Rotterdam
Both disembarkation (-3.1%) and embarkation (-11.9%) loads are decreasing
Increase in container cargo is not enough for the port of Antwerp-Bruges to avoid a -4.0% decline in quarterly traffic
Antwerp
The decline in liquid bulk cargoes worsened (-19.1%)
The China Shipowners' Association considers the measures taken by the US against Chinese ships a typical example of unilateralism and protectionism
Beijing/Washington
The WSC reiterates that such measures could undermine American trade, harm U.S. manufacturers, and undermine efforts to strengthen the nation's maritime industry.
COSCO Expresses Strong Opposition to US Planned Taxes on Chinese Ships
Growing share of new entrants in European rail transport sector
Madrid
In 2023, rail freight transport performance decreased by -8%
New Chinese Ship Taxes That Will Only Raise Prices for Americans
Washington
The executive vice president of the US Chamber of Commerce denounced it
Tax amounts set for China-linked vessels arriving at US ports
Washington
Calculated on the basis of net capacity or container volume, they will be applied from October and will be progressively increased
International tender launched to award concession for new Casablanca port shipyard
Casablanca
It is the largest in Africa and has been unused since 2019
Federlogistica, the industry must stop approaching logistics only in terms of costs
Genoa
Falteri: a national control room composed of representatives of the logistics sector and industrial groups is necessary
ABB closes positive first quarter even if revenue growth is lower than expected
Zurich
Wierod: Our consolidated local-for-local approach protects us from the trade war
New global minimum wage deal for seafarers
Geneva
The level will rise to $690 from January 1, 2026 to reach $704 from 2027 and $715 from 2028.
Global trade in goods could fall by -1.5% this year
Geneva
WTO predicts. Okonjo-Iweala: Persistent uncertainty threatens to slow global growth, with serious negative consequences for the world
In 2023, around two-thirds of all goods moved in the EU were transported by sea.
Luxembourg
In the period 2013-2023, only the share of road transport increased, while that of other modes decreased.
Postal shipments of goods from Hong Kong to the US suspended
Hong Kong
Hongkong Post faces exorbitant and unreasonable tariffs due to unjustified and intimidating actions of the United States
Confitarma highlights the need for the decarbonisation strategy not to penalise shipping compared to other modes
Rome
Zanetti: also ensure that the implementation process takes into account the operational needs of the industry
Intercargo and Intertanko raise concerns over shipping decarbonisation deal
London
The complexity of the measure adopted by the IMO and the unusual procedure from which non-governmental organizations were excluded were highlighted
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
Pirate attacks on ships to spike in first quarter of 2025
London
Sharp increase in incidents in the Singapore Straits
Interferry welcomes IMO agreement on decarbonisation of shipping, but finds strategy too complex
Victoria/Piraeus
Greek Shipowners' Association disappointed by failure to recognise essential role of transition fuels such as LNG
International Labour Organization Recognizes Seafarers as Key Workers
London
ITF and ICS: a historic moment
CMA CGM to acquire 35% of Egypt's October Dry Port
Cairo
The company operates a dry port in the industrial and logistics zone near Cairo
MSC Group's TiL to Take Full Control of Hutchison Ports Terminals
New York
Bloomberg reports this, specifying that the Panamanian terminals would be jointly managed with BlackRock
Draft regulation on decarbonisation of shipping approved by MEPC includes mandatory fuel standard and pricing of greenhouse gas emissions
London/Washington/Brussels
The establishment of a Fund to collect resources deriving from the pricing of emissions is foreseen
MIT indicates Matteo Paroli as new president of the ports of Genoa and Savona-Vado
Rome/La Spezia
The La Spezia port community also requests a name for the Eastern Liguria Port Authority
Task force of five associations for the relaunch of Italian rail cargo
Rome
Initiative by Agens, Assoferr, Assologistica, Fercargo and Fermerci
Confitarma underlines the importance of the shipping decarbonisation strategy being defined at IMO
Rome
The Italian Confederation specifies that it shares some of the USA's concerns
WSC Reiterates Trump's Measures for National Maritime Industry Are Bad for U.S. Economy
Washington
Kramek: Ready to support the administration with constructive proposals
Fincantieri and Accenture establish joint venture Fincantieri Ingenium
Trieste/Milan
The aim is to drive the digital transformation of the ship product and port logistics
Meyer Werft has delivered the new luxury cruise ship Asuka III to NYK Cruises
Papenburg/Emden
It has a capacity of 744 passengers and 470 crew members
As Trump formalizes measures to revitalize America's maritime industry, the nation's ports face a dramatic decline in traffic
Washington/Geneva
Okonjo-Iweala (WTO): With the escalation of trade tensions between the US and China, the exchange of goods between the two economies could decrease up to 80%
CK Hutchison denies allegations of breach of concession contract for Panamanian ports of Cristóbal and Balboa
Panama
Panama Ports Company emphasizes that it has complied with all legal obligations and contractual commitments
US Does Not Participate in IMO Negotiations on Shipping Decarbonization, Threatens Reciprocal Measures
London
Expressed opposition to any attempt to impose economic measures on ships based on greenhouse gas emissions or fuel choice
T&E urges MEPC to agree clear and ambitious measures to decarbonise shipping
Brussels
It is necessary - the association underlines - to set binding objectives
Meyer Yachts will build an ultra-luxury residential mega yacht for Ulyssia Residences
Miami
The ship will be 320 meters long and will be built at the Papenburg shipyard
Le Aziende informano
Il retrofit ibrido-elettrico di ABB guida i traghetti dei laghi italiani verso un futuro più sostenibile
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Neapolitan Grimaldi Group wins $1.3 billion order for nine ro-pax ships
Helsinki/Naples
Order at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Weihai)
Viking orders two cruise ships from Fincantieri with option for two additional units
Los Angeles/Trieste
The two ships under construction in Ancona for the American brand will be the first in the world to be powered by hydrogen stored on board
Federlogistica, the possible collapse of road transport is a risk for the country
Genoa/Modena
Ruote Libere reports that the government only needs to allocate a little money to avoid having to deal with the real problems of road hauliers
Second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report published
Lisbon/Copenhagen
The new report indicates that promising progress has been made in several areas
WSC, MEPC must provide clear measures to decarbonise shipping this week
Washington
Wood-Thomas: It is not possible that these decisions can be postponed to guidelines developed in two years
Konecranes revenues increased by +7.7% in the first three months of 2025
Helsinki
343 million euros of new orders for port vehicles (+37.5%)
Kuehne+Nagel posts first quarter of growth
Schindellegi
The logistics group's net sales amounted to 6.33 billion Swiss francs (+14.9%)
Application by TDT (Grimaldi group) for the construction and management of 50% of the Terminal Darsena Europa in Livorno
Leghorn
The company has requested an extension of the duration of the current concession
In 2024, 58 million invested in the modernization of the ports of Livorno, Piombino and the island of Elba
Leghorn
The final budget and the annual report of the AdSP have been approved
EIB advice to strengthen climate resilience of the ports of Volos, Alexandroupolis and Patras
Luxembourg
It will assist port authorities in identifying and managing climate risks
In the first quarter the port of Valencia handled 1.3 million containers (+3.4%)
Valencia
Transhipment traffic decline
The Management Committee of the Central Tyrrhenian Sea Port Authority has unanimously approved the 2024 financial statement
Naples
SOS LOGistica will acquire the qualification of Third Sector Entity
Milan
The association currently has 74 members
In the first three months of 2025, freight traffic in the ports of Barcelona and Algeciras decreased
Barcelona/Algeciras
Hupac transfers intermodal service with Padua to Novara
Noise
Until now the other terminal was the one in Busto Arsizio
PSA SECH has operated the first 400-meter train at Parco Ferroviario Rugna
Genoa
Capacity up to 20 pairs of trains per day
The 2024 financial statement of the Eastern Liguria Port Authority was unanimously approved
The Spice
The war clearance preparatory to the expansion of the Ravano Terminal in La Spezia is nearing completion
The Spice
The AdSP has invested over 600 thousand euros in it
Francesco Rizzo appointed president of the AdSP of the Strait
Rome
He has repeatedly denounced the uselessness of the construction of the bridge over the Strait
US aircraft attack Yemeni port of Ras Isa
Tampa/Beirut
38 dead and over a hundred injured
In 2025 Stazioni Marittime predicts an increase in ferry and cruise traffic in the port of Genoa
MIT Mobility Report Highlights Rising Demand for Both Passengers and Freight
Rome
In the first quarter, cargo traffic in Russian ports decreased by -5.6%
St. Petersburg
Both dry goods (-5.3%) and liquid bulk (-5.8%) are decreasing
Andrea Giachero confirmed as president of Spediporto
Genoa
The board of directors of the association of Genoese freight forwarders has also been renewed for the three-year period 2025-2028
Study for monitoring vehicular traffic in the ports of Venice and Chioggia
Milan
Order awarded to Circle and Arelogik
In Italy, the rail freight transport sector is in deep trouble
Geneva
Fermerci calls for making traffic incentives structural and increasing and for refinancing the incentive for the purchase of locomotives and wagons
Global Maritime Forum report on optimising ship calls to reduce emissions
Copenhagen
Virtual arrival and just-in-time arrival approaches proposed
In the first quarter of this year, container traffic in the port of Gioia Tauro grew by +15.5%
Joy Taurus
Construction of the "Dockworker’s House" has begun
GNV has taken delivery of the second of four new ro-pax vessels in China
Genoa
"GNV Orion" will be able to accommodate 1,700 passengers and transport up to 3,080 linear metres of cargo
After ten quarters of decline, container traffic in the port of Hong Kong returns to growth
Hong Kong
In the first three months of this year 3.39 million TEUs were handled (+2.1%)
Fincantieri acquires stake in WSense
Rome
The ninth FREMM unit "Spartaco Schergat" delivered to the Italian Navy
The new edition of the Practical Manual of Maritime Traffic has been presented
Genoa
Written by Assagenti, it turns fifty
Container traffic at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles increased by 26.6% and 5.2% in the first quarter
Long Beach/Los Angeles
Trump's tariffs impact imminent
In the first three months of 2025, the port of Singapore handled 10.5 million containers (+5.8%)
Singapore
In weight, containerized traffic recorded a decrease of -1.4%
Regulations signed for LNG bunkering at Fincantieri shipyard in Genoa
Genoa
Define the methods of transferring fuel from ship to ship
Historic shipbuilding brands Uljanik and 3.Maj on the verge of extinction
Zagreb
The State confirms its intention to sell the shipbuilding activities at the two sites of Pula and Rijeka
Cambiaso Risso has completed the acquisition of the French Somecassur
Genoa
The transalpine company specializes in the insurance of super and mega yachts
New weekly train service between the port of Gioia Tauro and Verona
Joy Taurus/Verona
Operated by Medlog for the transport of refrigerated goods
EBRD looking for strategic partner for development of Moldovan river port of Giurgiulesti
London
International competition launched
SAILING LIST
Visual Sailing List
Departure ports
Arrival ports by:
- alphabetical order
- country
- geographical areas
Turkish ports set new first-quarter cargo traffic record
Ankara
Historic peak of cargo imported from abroad
In the first quarter of 2025, freight traffic in the port of Taranto grew by +37.6%
Taranto
Increase of 854 thousand tons of solid bulk and 265 thousand tons of conventional goods
DEME buys Havfram, a company that installs offshore wind farms
Second Right/Washington
Transaction worth approximately 900 million euros
Rail transport of convoys for Rome Metro started from Reggio Calabria
Rome
Contract awarded by Hitachi Rail to Mercitalia Rail
In 2024, the volumes handled by Magli Intermodal Service decreased by -2%
Rezzato
Turnover stable
Yang Ming records first decline in turnover in March after 14 months of growth
Keelung/Taipei
Evergreen and WHL revenue growth continues
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Germany's Schenker by Denmark's DSV
Brussels
The impact on competition in the markets in which the two companies operate is considered limited
Fincantieri - Kayo Agreement to Promote the Development of the Shipbuilding and Naval Industry in Albania
Trieste
Possible creation of a hub for shipbuilding and refitting in the region
Recent slight reduction in logistics costs for new factory vehicles
Brussels
Montaresi (AdSP Liguria Orientale) awarded with the "Port Oscar"
Miami
The event has reached its eighteenth edition
In the first three months of 2025, containers carried by OOCL vessels increased by +9.3%
Hong Kong
Revenues up +16.8%
The AdSP of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas wins in appeal against Zen Yacht
Joy Taurus
Company ordered to pay back rent
A large shipment of cocaine was seized in the port of Livorno
Leghorn
Two tons of drugs identified by Customs and Financial Police personnel
Navantia renews agreement with American cruise group Royal Caribbean
Miami
To date, the Cadiz shipyard has carried out maintenance, repair and refurbishment work on 45 of the group's ships.
Record cruise traffic expected in Italian ports this year
Miami
Cemar believes that growth will not stop even in 2026
HII-HHI Agreement to Accelerate US and South Korean Naval Production
National Harbor
The aim is to strengthen the naval industrial base of the two nations.
Panama Ports Company Accused of Violating Terms of Concession Agreement
Panama
Panama's Auditor General announced the filing of criminal charges
Colombo West International Terminal has become operational
Ahmedabad
It has a traffic capacity of 3.2 million TEUs
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
The new multifunctional border control structure PCF - PED/PDI Point completed in the port of Gioia Tauro
Joy Taurus
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
MSC Group's new cruise terminal inaugurated in Miami
Miami
It can accommodate three large ships at the same time
In February, traffic in the port of Ravenna increased by +2.1%
Ravenna
Bulk cargo increases, miscellaneous cargo declines
In 2024, Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane recorded a net loss of -208 million euros
Rome
Revenues up by +11.7%. The group's freight transported increased thanks to the acquisition of Exploris
Port of Genoa, Ente Bacini requests new spaces and renewal of the concession
Genoa
Conference to celebrate the centenary of the company
The public meeting of the Italian Port Terminal Operators Association will be held in Rome on June 19th
Genoa
VARD to build offshore dive vessel for Dong Fang Offshore
Alesund/Trieste
The contract is worth 113.5 million euros
PORTS
Italian Ports:
Ancona Genoa Ravenna
Augusta Gioia Tauro Salerno
Bari La Spezia Savona
Brindisi Leghorn Taranto
Cagliari Naples Trapani
Carrara Palermo Trieste
Civitavecchia Piombino Venice
Italian Interports: list World Ports: map
DATABASE
ShipownersShipbuilding and Shiprepairing Yards
ForwardersShip Suppliers
Shipping AgentsTruckers
MEETINGS
The conference "New sustainable marine fuels - Decarbonize Shipping" will be held in Genoa on Monday
Genoa
It will take place at the headquarters of the Port Authority of Genoa
"Artificial Intelligence Comes to Port" Conference in Rome on Friday
Rome
It is promoted by the National Union of Port Enterprises
››› Meetings File
PRESS REVIEW
Proposed 30% increase for port tariffs to be in phases, says Loke
(Free Malaysia Today)
Damen Mangalia Unionists Protest Friday Against Possible Closure
(The Romania Journal)
››› Press Review File
FORUM of Shipping
and Logistics
Relazione del presidente Nicola Zaccheo
Roma, 18 settembre 2024
››› File
Next week Italian ports will participate in Seatrade Cruise Global
Rome
Initiative brand: "CruiseItaly - One Country, Many Destinations"
MSC Group Cruise Terminal Officially Inaugurated in the Port of Barcelona
Barcelona
In 2027 it will be equipped with a cold ironing plant
Marcegaglia and Nova Marine Carriers form NovaMar Logistic joint venture
Lugano/Gazoldo of the Ippoliti
A general cargo ship will transport raw materials to the steel group's plants
Liebherr achieves record annual sales in the maritime and port crane segment
Bulls
Strong demand for offshore and container handling equipment
The annual conference "Programming, Operation and Management of Transport Networks" in Genoa
Genoa
It is dedicated to the transport and mobility sector
Last year, 656 ships underwent repair work in Greece
Piraeus
Increase of five units compared to 2023
Port of La Spezia, cruise ship docking simulations completed at Garibaldi West pier
The Spice
Assagenti conference on the future of the profession of maritime agent and broker
Genoa
It will be held tomorrow in Genoa
Stena Line presents a project for a ro-ro vessel capable of reducing energy consumption by at least 20%
Gothenburg
Introduced most of the innovative technologies currently available
Francesco Beltrano is the new general secretary of Uniport
Rome
He takes over from Paolo Ferrandino, who will continue to collaborate as a consultant
Saipem awarded new contracts in Middle East and Guyana
Milan
The total value of the orders is approximately 720 million dollars.
Conference in Genoa for the centenary of Ente Bacini
Genoa
The company was established on 19 February 1925
Interporto Bologna Board of Directors Renewed
Bentivoglio
Stefano Caliandro Appointed President. Loss of 1.7 million euros in 2024
NYK invests 76 billion yen in NYK Energy Ocean Corporation
Tokyo
The newco has taken over the activities of ENEOS Ocean
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